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Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Crane and Tower Operators make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$98,150
Median Annual Salary
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+28.1% vs 2024
$100,260
Mean Salary
$98,150
Median Salary
$47.19
Hourly Rate
680 people work as Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts
Crane and Tower Operators salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $98,150 per year ($8,179/month).
This is 35.0% above the national average of $72,701.
Massachusetts ranks #6 out of 50 states for Crane and Tower Operators pay.
Approximately 680 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 28.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Crane and Tower Operators
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.88
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.55
Mathematics
3.0
Transportation
2.93
English Language
2.91
Public Safety and Security
2.77
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(60.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts
Salaries for Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts range from $59,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $129,790 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $76,610 and $129,790.
How much do Crane and Tower Operators make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts is $98,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $100,260.
What is the salary range for a Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts range from $59,860 at the 10th percentile to $129,790 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $76,610 and $129,790.
What is the starting salary for a Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators positions in Massachusetts typically start around $59,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $76,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 680 people are employed as Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Crane and Tower Operators in Massachusetts is approximately $47.19 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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